Research Scientist - Small Scale Oligonucleotide Synthesis (80-100%*)
18 Tage altAngaben zum Job
| Firma | Novartis |
| Kategorie | Chemie und Pharma | Pensum | 80 - 100% |
| Einsatzort | Basel |
Job-Inhalt
Summary
The successful candidate will be responsible for producing and purifying high-quality oligonucleotides, and also to contribute to our innovation efforts in siRNA chemistry. Join us and help reimagine medicine!
About the Role
Your responsibilities
- Plan and execute small scale oligonucleotide synthesis on automated synthesizers
- Conduct deprotection, purification, annealing, and routine analytical characterization, in autonomy
- Analyse and communicate scientific results at internal meetings
- Collaborate with a highly dynamic team of RNA scientists
- Maintain a high standard in laboratory safety and working practices
What you will bring to the role
- A Bachelor or Master degree, with a focus on synthetic organic chemistry (please note that we do not require a PhD level candidiate for the position at this time)
- Prior experience with small-scale oligonucleotide synthesis and DNA synthesizers (e.g. K&A, MerMade) is considered a plus
- Passion for oligonucleotide chemistry and experimentation in a wet lab
- Possessing a critical thinker's perspective, capable of formulating innovative hypotheses
- Interest in ground-breaking technological and scientific trends such as novel drug modalities and automation, especially regarding their potential use in drug discovery and development.
- A collaborative mindset, with an enthusiasm to develop yourself and others
- A commitment to delivering high-quality data
- Aptitude to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented matrix environment
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
Why Novartis: Helping people with disease and their families takes more than innovative science. It takes a community of smart, passionate people like you. Collaborating, supporting and inspiring each other. Combining to achieve breakthroughs that change patients’ lives. Ready to create a brighter future together? https://www.novartis.com/about/strategy/people-and-culture
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